With the Swan Valley located right on the Swan River, the border that divides the ‘North’ and ‘South’ of Perth, it can often be a great central meeting spot for families. Of course, there are a tonne of kid friendly wineries and breweries to choose from, but what if you want to catch up over a simple coffee and cake? Here’s the good news – there are loads of super Swan Valley cafes that are family friendly too with playgrounds, kids’ menus and more! See our ultimate guide to the best Swan Valley cafes for kids here…
Swan Valley Station, Henley Brook
Swan Valley Station is a garden centre / café / gift shop that is SO family friendly! The outdoor area is home to a huge playground with cubby, boat, climbing frame and more. Kids will also love to meet all the farm animals and discover the new marron lake and sculpture walk. It’s a great, low-cost place to visit, that’s sure to entertain the kidlets. Find out more in the Buggybuddys review.
Find Swan Valley Station at 60 Forest Rd, Henley Brook.
Maison Saint Honore Swan Valley, Caversham
We LOVE Maison Saint Honore! The delightfully authentic French-style cafe, serves up a tempting range of sweet and savoury crepes, croissants, cakes and macarons. The large outdoor area has a fun wooden fort-style play structure, sure to help burn off that sugar rush. Find out more in the Buggybuddys review.
Find Maison Saint Honore at 100 Benara Rd, Caversham.
Yahava Koffeeworks, West Swan
If you are a coffee connoisseur, you can’t go past a cuppa at Yahava Koffeeworks Swan Valley. One of the region’s most popular coffee spots is also family friendly! The boutique coffee roaster imports the very finest coffee beans from all around the world, and there is an outdoor area, and small playground for kids to explore. Find out more in the Buggybuddys review.
Find Yahava Koffeeworks at 4752 West Swan Rd, West Swan.
Taylor’s Cafe Swan Valley
Taylors is a hidden gem! Its rustic charm sums up everything we love about the Swan Valley. The quaint, shady courtyard is a good spot to grab a table. From here you’ll be able to keep an eye on the kids as they play in the sandpit filled with sand toys. Find out more in the Buggybuddys review.
Find Taylor’s Cafe Swan Valley at 510 Great Northern Highway.
Margaret River Chocolate Company Swan Valley, West Swan
Both big and little chocoholics with love a hot chocolate at Margaret River Chocolate Company Swan Valley. The scrumptious spot is a great place to meet up with friends over a mocha and a BIG slice of chocolate cake! Find out more in the Buggybuddys review.
Find Margaret River Chocolate Company at 5123 West Swan Rd, West Swan.
Lavender Bistro and Boutique, West Swan
The sweet Lavender Bistro and Boutique is just around the corner from the Margaret River Chocolate Factory. While they don’t have play equipment to entertain little ones, older kids might like to join in with lavender high tea here. Find out more in the Buggybuddys review.
Find The Lavender Bistro and Boutique at 6 Cranleigh St, West Swan.
The Cottage Tea Rooms, Henley Brook
Another cute spot for ahigh tea in the Swan Valley is The Cottage Tea Rooms. The charming tea rooms are found in a renovated 1950’s cottage and the shabby-chic furnishings add to the quaint feel. Find out more in the Buggybuddys review.
Find The Cottage Tea Rooms at 8560 West Swan Rd, Henley Brook.
Whistlers Chocolate Company, Middle Swan
Whistlers Chocolate Company is one of the many must visit places in the Swan Valley. The Western Australian family-owned business is the oldest confectionary company in the state. There’s a café, as well as large grassy area with covered sandpit. Find out more in the Buggybuddys review.
Find Whistlers Chocolate Company at 506 Great Northern Hwy, Middle Swan.
Slate Café, Bennett Springs
A favourite of kids, and fur-kids, Slate Café is found on the fringes of the Swan Valley in Bennett Springs. If you have young children, it is a nice spot to enjoy a coffee, as the kids will be well entertained in the large play area. Plus, there’s a fenced dog agility course too. Find out more in the Buggybuddys review.
Find Slate Café at 4 Dulwich St, Bennett Springs.
The House of Honey & The Sticky Spoon Café, Herne Hill
Have you heard the buzz in the Swan Valley? The House of Honey and The Sticky Spoon Cafe is not only delicious, with many honey infused goodies, it’s a great experience for the kids to understand where honey comes from. Find out more in the Buggybuddys review.
Find The House of Honey and The Sticky Spoon Café at 867 Great Northern Hwy, Herne Hill.
Did we miss your favourite family friendly Swan Valley café? Let us know in the comments below!
Check out some of our other Swan Valley Dining Guides
Top 10 Swan Valley Restaurants for kids
Best Family Friendly Wineries in the Swan Valley and Perth Hills
Family Friendly Breweries in the Swan Valley
Kid Friendly Swan Valley Breakfast Spots
Find more things to do in the Swan Valley with kids here.
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